Debtwired!

Patrick Johnson, a seasoned partner at Akerman, shares his expertise in commercial litigation and bankruptcy. He dives into the intricate world of adversary proceedings, detailing their unique challenges, especially for secured lenders. Johnson discusses the importance of decision-making during mediation and the risks associated with fraudulent actions. He also highlights the trends in bankruptcy filings and the complexities of proving debtor insolvency. This insightful conversation emphasizes the evolving landscape of legal strategies in the financial sector.

#ESG investing #Investing #middle market #capital markets

Learn how companies can rise from the ashes of bankruptcy with insights into capital recovery and growth strategies. Discover the tough landscape of maintaining liquidity amid a labor crunch and the role of capital structures in post-bankruptcy success. Explore how negotiations with stakeholders can set the stage for future growth across sectors. Gain a strategic playbook for navigating the tumultuous waters of bankruptcy and discover sustainable methods for thriving in an ever-shifting economic environment.

#distressed #healthcare # restructuring

Lucy Kweskin, a Partner at Mayer Brown specializing in corporate restructurings, dives into the shifting landscape of lender protections and restructuring trends. She discusses the post-pandemic evolution of bankruptcy practices, highlighting the balance between debtor leniency and stricter standards. Kweskin addresses the risks of excessive leverage in competitive capital markets and how ESG factors are reshaping strategies. Additionally, she sheds light on the progress and challenges women face in the restructuring field, showcasing their unique contributions to this traditionally male-dominated sector.

#distress #restructuring #supply chain #retail

Jeffrey Stevenson, Managing Partner at VSS, shares insights on investment strategies targeting growth sectors like healthcare and tech-enabled services. He discusses how COVID-19 reshaped due diligence processes and led to rising market multiples influenced by Federal Reserve policies. Stevenson highlights the influx of credit funds in the lower middle market and the evolution of deal practices post-pandemic. He also touches on the opportunities presented by the U.S. infrastructure bill, particularly for cloud services and data centers.

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#distressed #restructuring #supplychain

On this timely and relevant podcast, our guests discuss the latest buzzword on Wall Street: Inflation. The conversation touches on Fed policy and corporate risk, such as which sectors are the most vulnerable to rising costs. Relatedly, they also provide insight into potential investment opportunities as inflation picks up. Colin Adams is a senior managing director at M-3 Partners. He brings more than 20 years of experience in the restructuring arena and has been involved in multiple high-profile workouts including American Airlines; Cengage Learning; General Motors; Skillsoft; TXU and United Airlines. Keshav Lall is a managing director at M-3 Partners and has been involved in corporate debt restructurings for more than 15 years as an investment banker, principal investor and corporate executive. Keshav previously served as the president of Global Special Opportunities and the CEO and chairman of Essar Capital Americas. Prior to Essar, Keshav spent 10 years as an investor in distressed companies at Balyasny Asset Management, Citadel Investment Group and Deutsche Bank.